Zhang Ziyi finally changes Weibo handle after nine years
20 Jun – After using a peculiar name as her Weibo handle for many years, Zhang Ziyi recently revealed that she has finally decided to change it to her real name instead.
As reported on Epoch Times, the actress, who spoke about the change at the 2019 Weibo Movie Night recently, shared jokingly that she wanted the official "V" certification that comes with being a celebrity on Weibo.
Prior to changing it to "Zhang Ziyi", Zhang used the name "Xitu Bùdu" (or "Force of Rare Earth").
Asked why she chose the previous name, Zhang said that it was done on a whim after she watched a documentary about rare-earth metal.
"I didn't understand it much, so I went online to read all about it. So when I started my Weibo account, the name just popped into my head," she said.
The actress was also honoured with the Actor with Most International Influence at the said awards.
Said Zhang, "I am very touched. I hope that I can start again after 20 years and share more good works with everyone."
(Photo Source: Zhang Ziyi Official Instagram Fanpage)
